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A map for the route of the Walk of Unity is now available on the anniversary website, www.joplintornadoanniversary.com. The map outlines the Unity Walk's route, as well as the four commemorative stops, as well as hydration and first aid stations and portable toilet locations. More>>
Victims of the tornado are still rebuilding their homes and their lives and that has created a boost to a number of businesses. More>>
The Missouri Attorney General has filed criminal charges against a Lebanon, Mo. based company for allegedly defrauding Joplin homeowners out of a total of $38,000 in the wake of the May 2011 tornado. More>>
A 100 year old woman who is a long time Freeman hospital volunteer has been named one of this year's winners of the Missouri Lieutenant Governor's Senior Service Award. More>>
Legislation allowing Missouri school districts to sell advertising space on buses has died. More>>
ATF-Kansas City is searching for a man on an outstanding warrant. Joshua Cain Flores is allegedly involved in a Norteno gang racketeering conspiracy and is also charged with assault with a firearm. More>>
Each of the defendants allegedly applied for federal disaster benefits by falsely claiming that their homes and property had been damaged or destroyed in the May 22, 2011 tornado. More>>
Ten years after a Four State man was paralyzed from the waist down he has crossed the stage to accept his masters degree. Meet the man inspiring others to imagine and believe. More>>
Local and federal government officials share ideas at a work session in Joplin of how to strengthen emergency response. More>>
A South Middle School students gets national recognition for his improvement in reading. Eighth grader Kaleb Hansen is one of just 12 in the nation to be a Scholastic Classic All Star in the Read 180 More>>
A year after the tornado, there is still no lack of volunteer efforts. Several organizations came to Joplin just days after the storm and are continuing to provide some much needed help. More>>
Grace Baptist Church is putting books into the hands of students at Cecil Floyd Elementary by putting a check for $3,000 into the hands of the principal. More>>
Joplin City officials say they will soon begin replacing nearly 2,000 street signs destroyed by the tornado, easing what has been a continuous frustration for drivers. More>>
Governor Jay Nixon announces $2.8 million in funding to construct safe rooms at Joplin Schools, move forward with other construction projects. More>>
It wasn't just the donated goods the veterans were thankful for today. The vets told us they appreciated being recognized for their services by the younger generation. More>>
Both Freeman and Mercy say they have learned many lessons from that fateful night. Changes have been made and other changes are still coming that will help them handle any future disaster. More>>
Four people are now dead and another remains in critical condition Friday's twin engine plane crash in Wilson County, Kansas. More>>
A Four State man is facing several felony charges after a two block police chase ends in Joplin. Prosecutors are preparing charges after a chase and two car collision Sunday morning. More>>
Pittsburg letter carriers collected 3,000 pounds of food Saturday and expects more donations to come in the next few days. Hundreds of letter carriers and residents participate in the 20th anniversary More>>
While some bring mothers flowers for Mothers Day, others visit their graves. More>>
Since 1955 the village of Silver Creek, Missouri has been a self-governed community but that could soon be changing. Village board members have proposed being annexed into the City of Joplin but the proposal brings with it some concern. More>>
A Phelps County judge signs execution papers for convicted killer Christopher Collings. In March Collings was convicted for the rape and murder of nine year old Rowan Ford in 2007, recommending the death penalty. More>>
The change in minimum wage is one of four measures that could go to a statewide vote in november if petitions meet the muster. Signatures have been submitted to the secretary of state's office and are being checked to ensure signees are registered voters. More>>
The first incentive allows out of state residents to move to an opportunity zone and not pay Kansas state income tax for up to five years. The second incentive allows any graduate who has student loan dept up to $15,000 to be repaid over five years after moving. More>>
It may seem like there are still many open spots without any buildings throughout Joplin following the May 22 tornado, but city officials tell us a little more than half of the residential buildings ruined by the tornado are now rebuilt. More>>
The long term acute care hospital held an open house today, giving tours to social workers, medical personnel and media. More>>
A Four State man is facing a number of charges in at least two counties after a nearly weeklong manhunt. More>>
Born of an affair, Vietnamese parents strap a bomb around them and the baby. Nine years later the Carthage, Missouri girl has new legs and a heart full of determination. More>>
John and Roxanne Ness both were injured in the Joplin tornado. John was struck by lightning and had shrapnel removed from his body. Roxanne had shards of glass embedded in her arms. More>>
All fourth and fifth graders in Pittsburg took part in the challenge and today was Reward Day. They had hot dogs for lunch and enjoyed tons of activities. More>>
Fire crews work an overnight blaze in St. Paul, Kansas. Fire crews were called to the high school at approximately 2:00 AM. More>>
Compelled by the devastation in his hometown filmmaker Chip Gubera tells the story of distress, survival, recovery and hope. This world premiere screening is free and open to the public. It will be held May 11th, 7pm Taylor Auditorium on the MSSU campus. More>>
A life size replica of a mammoth made of foam now stands at the Community Center in Carl Junction. Marv Dahmen, a former art teacher and sculptor, made the model of the mammoth. More>>
Tourists get a historic choice for a night's rest while traveling on Route 66. Today the Boots Motel reopened its doors to travelers. More>>
Marriage For Keeps originally started five years ago in Wichita, Kansas and with its success and ability to always have a full waiting list, Catholic Charities decided to bring it to Pittsburg. More>>
Small Cakes has joined forces with Rebuild Joplin for the month of May to raise funds to help get families displaced by the May 22 tornado back into their homes. More>>
Just before 9 a.m. this morning authorities were called to Kennedy Sweeper in Coffeyville, Kansas. The 911 caller reported an armed robbery and said he had shot the suspect. The Coffeyville Police Department says Terrence Clark, 23, is dead from the shooting. More>>
Joplin's busiest road, Range Line, was one of the hardest hit areas on May 22. An estimated 71 businesses on Range Line were affected, whether they were wiped out or just forced to close for a few days More>>
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